Easy Love Bug Cupcakes
Delightful cupcakes decorated to look like love bugs, perfect for any celebration!
Ingredients
Cupcake Ingredients
- 1.5 cup all-purpose flour Use a spoon for measuring.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it’s at room temperature.
- 2 large eggs Room temperature helps mix better.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
- 0.5 tbsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 cups chocolate frosting
- 1 cup candy eyes For decoration.
- 1 cup red gummy candies Use for antennae.
Instructions
Baking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition. Mix in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Pour batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously with chocolate frosting.
- Decorate with candy eyes and place gummy candies on top for antennae.
Notes
Add sprinkles for extra flair! These cupcakes are a fun treat for kids' parties.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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